Nikon and Canadian Geographic celebrated the art of visual storytelling with seven stunning images taken by photographers from across Canada.
Nikon’s expert judges reviewed hundreds of images before selecting seven winners in seven inspirational categories — creatures, timeless, conceptual, culture/diversity, motion, abstract and elements/design.
The grand prize winner was a contemplative yet powerful black-and-white scene by David Brophy.
Taken on Lake Winnipeg, Man., on a misty morning, Brophy’s photograph captures a quiet calm and sense of peace. And yet, as he notes, the lower perspective makes him think of being a child and contemplating running straight out into the water. Originally from Newfoundland, when Brophy moved to Manitoba in 2000 he was awed by the landscape and wildlife, beginning a photographic journey that was launched with his first DSLR — a Nikon D5200. He is now back in Newfoundland and Labrador but hopes to return to Manitoba one day. “When I do, you can be sure I will load up my camera in the wee hours of the morning and visit the magical shorelines of Dunnottar and Matlock once again.”
Browse the winners to find out how they captured their award-winning shots.
First Place | Elements of Design Category winner
David Brophy